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    Mercury 500 Thunderbolt 50 HP Link and Sync

    Looks like a 78 model.----Picture of the decals on the cowling will help.
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    1987 force 1254x7b Carb needle o-ring replacement

    Are you sure that those o-rings in there are factory original ?
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    115 Crossflow Stripped Important Bolt

    Went to a clinic on torquing of fasteners years ago.------Presenter had experienced folks torquing stuff.-----Most folks were way off when asked to torque to 100 ft-lbs.----Oh , And I worked un stuff where torque multipliers were used.-----And fasteners were torqued up to 900 FT-LBS using...
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    OMC 3.0L cooling hoses not available

    Cooling system on most marine engines is not under pressure.-----Temeratures are lower than automotive as well.
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    Out to lunch Gear Oil Prices

    When an outboard is running there is a slight pressure developed in the gear case.
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    Sourcing parts '89 125 HP

    How did you line up the connecting rod cap ?
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    115 Crossflow Stripped Important Bolt

    What torque value did you use ?
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    something new coming in electric OB

    Folks still mis-understand " power "-----A vehicle on a level road would not need 180 HP to move at 50 MPH.----But a boat sure does.-----I would want some sort of system to separate a battery from the boat in case of an incident.
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    To tip a housecleaning service?

    I delivered 100 newspapers ( remember them ) in the 1960's and you would sometimes get $1 at Christmas time.----An appreciated bonus for delivering thick papers in the rain / snow / cold or sweltering heat.
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    J70TLCRD wiring diagram

    What is the issue with your motor?----Picture of the terminal block?----What are you trying to do with these jumpers ?
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    What year lower units would work for a 2015 Evinrude Etec 90 E90DPGLAFB?

    Fit a gearcase from an earlier V-4 crossflow , say a 1980 to 97 as they were better.----The gearcases that use the 2 tabs to hold bearing carrier are not robust.----A good dealer would help you with the upgrade.
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    What year lower units would work for a 2015 Evinrude Etec 90 E90DPGLAFB?

    Stripped teeth on pinion gear ???-----Those new style lower units are not robust.-----Many older V-4 units from years gone by will fit with driveshaft / shift rod change.
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    115 Crossflow Stripped Important Bolt

    I use an impact to take motors apart.----No impact driver when putting a motor together !
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    1956 Johnson 6hp versus evinrude 6hp pros and cons

    Those motors were lighter than some of the newest motors.
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    OMC 3.0L cooling hoses not available

    Does MERCRUISER use the same hoses as the OMC / VOlVO on this 4 cylinder ?
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    1956 Johnson 6hp versus evinrude 6hp pros and cons

    Run with timing light and see if you can pinpoint top or bottom cylinder.-----Inspect bottom of the coils.----Test the coils .----Replace condensers.---Replace plug wires with 7 mm metal core ones.----Primer bulbs do not need to be hard once motor is running !
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    Long shaft motors

    Was at a " free beer " event about 30 years ago.----Got my first one no issue.----Was aghast at the line up for my second one.----So held up my plastic cup high and in view with a $1 US note between my fingers.----Had my second beer in no time.----When I looked back I had to chuckle as there...
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    Service manual for 7.5 HP

    What parts are you looking for ?----Your location ?
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    Long shaft motors

    That boat is likely rated for 30 HP + motors.-----Should be lots of those in ling shaft I would think.
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    Service manual for 7.5 HP

    I have no problems !----The original poster had issues getting simple help.
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